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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Madison WI - Dutch Mill Park-N-Ride (SMD) | Columbus Amtrak | CheapestFastest | |||||
 | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Columbus Amtrak | No tags | |||||
| Madison WI - Univ. of Wisc. Wisconsin Hist. Soc. (MSN) | Columbus Amtrak | No tags | |||||
| Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Columbus Amtrak | No tags | |||||
| Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Columbus Amtrak | No tags |
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Get from Madison to Columbus
The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Madison, WI to Columbus, WI by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Madison to Columbus?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Columbus start from $17. The average price for this route is around $17. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Madison to Columbus?
The average bus trip duration from Madison to Columbus is 40m, covering a distance of 27 miles (44 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 40m and is operated by Megabus.
Which bus companies service the Madison to Columbus route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madison to Columbus?
The earliest bus departs from Madison to Columbus at 2:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Columbus?
A bus trip from Madison to Columbus generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Madison to Columbus?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Columbus?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Madison to Columbus?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to Columbus?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Madison, WI to Columbus, WI was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $14To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madison, WI to Columbus, WI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $14 to $242 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Columbus, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-11-30.
